Little Dots, Big Help, Ladybugs
Meet Bop and Dottie, two tiny beetles with bright red coats and a very important mission!
About this book
Little Dots, Big Help, Ladybugs is an easy readers book for children ages 3 to 7. Meet Bop and Dottie, two tiny beetles with bright red coats and a very important mission! Grab your sun hat and look under the leaves, because these two partners are about to show the.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Smart Kidz Club |
| Ages | 5 to 7 years, also 3 to 5 years |
| Grade | Grade 1 |
| Reading level | Level 2, Easy Readers |
| Length | 9 pages, 485 words, 4 minutes |
| Categories | Story Time, Science, Character Education, Dialogic Reading |
| Interactive features | Memory Blocks Game activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Memory Blocks Game activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read Little Dots, Big Help, Ladybugs with your child
Stories like Little Dots, Big Help, Ladybugs work best when they are shared. Read it aloud, let your child follow the words, and stop to talk about the characters and what they do. The Science setting gives you plenty to discuss. Ask your child what they would do in the same situation. It is a simple way to turn reading time into conversation time, and to help your child think about the story.
Talk about it together
- Can you retell this book in your own words?
- What was your favourite part of Little Dots, Big Help, Ladybugs?
- What did you learn about Science?
Inside the book
In Little Dots, Big Help, Ladybugs, readers find Science. Meet Bop and Dottie, two tiny beetles with bright red coats and a very important mission! The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for Science and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “Bop was a ladybug, a round, red-and-black beetle with hidden wings tucked under her shell.”
Words to learn in this book
- aphids: Tiny, soft-bodied insects that suck the juice out of plants.
- elytra: The hard, protective wing covers on a beetle.
- warning: A sign to stay away, like a ladybug’s red shell.
- larvae: The baby stage of a ladybug that looks like a tiny alligator.
- Coccinellidae): The fancy science family name for ladybugs.
- thorax: The middle part of an insect’s body where the legs and wings are attached.
- patrol: To move around and watch an area to keep it safe.
- predators: Animals or insects that hunt other living things for food.
- antennae: Long, thin feelers on an insect’s head used to smell, touch, and explore.
- leader: The one who goes first and shows the way.
- heat.": Warmth from the sun or warm air.
- exhaust: Hot air and smoke that comes out of cars and engines.
- highways: A big road where many cars drive.
- hive.": The home where bees live.
- nectar: Sweet juice from flowers that insects like to eat.
- focused: Paying close attention to one thing.
- damp: A little wet, but not soaked.
- decaying: Breaking down or rotting over time.
- larvae: Baby insects that look very different from adults.
- soil: The dirt that plants grow in.
- navigate: To find your way and move in the right direction.
- thorax: The middle part of an insect’s body where the wings and legs are attached.
- delicate!): Very small and easy to hurt.
- companion's: Someone who stays with you and keeps you company.
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 3 to 7 years, at Grade 1 and Level 2 (Easy Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Memory Blocks Game activity is a Reading and Math app feature.
How long is the book?
9 pages, 485 words, 4 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has the Memory Blocks Game activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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